Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pine Veneer Pendant Light, Sweden, 1960s
By Ellysett, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Extraordinary, rare and large Scandinavian midcentury organic modern ceiling light designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Swedish Ellysett. Handmade with slender pine wood veneer slats ...
Wood, Bentwood, Pine
Modern Pine Wood Suspension Pendant by Markslöjd, Sweden, 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Værløse, DK
A Scandinavian touch to a beautiful home. * Pine wood veneer suspension pendant light with an off-white fabric shade. * Manufacturer: Markslöjd, Sweden * Year: circa 1980s * Conditi...
Wood, Fabric, Pine
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 5.91 in D 29.53 in
1970s German Hustadt Leuchten Four Glass Torch & Brushed Chrome Ceiling Light
Located in London, England
The brushed chrome shows some colour difference and discolouration in places and the wood veneer on the ceiling strip shows some age related wear and in one place the veneer is missi...
Chrome, Wire
Scandinavian Modern White Wood Veneer 26" Chandelier Pendant
Located in Beaverton, OR
This stunning White ECO wood veneer pendant light is the perfect way to add a touch of nature and elegance to your home.
Wood, Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Wood Veneer Interlaced Hanging Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Studio City, CA
Beautiful, eye-catching lights featuring a wonderful modern design of interlaced maple and walnut wood veneer curved segments. We haven't seen anything quite like these before. ...
Wood
$1,748 / set
H 10.63 in Dm 17.72 in
Set of Modern Beech Wood Pendant Lights by Jan Wickelgren, 1970s, Sweden
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of pendant lights in bend Beech wood and Canvas designed by Jan Wickelgren in the 1970s for Aneta Sweden. * A set (2) of pendant lights in bend beech veneer and beige canvas sha...
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Fabric and Teak Counterweight Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Fabric and Teak Counterweight Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with 3x E27 light bulb. Max 100W...
Fabric, Teak
$2,237Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.85 in Dm 16.54 in
Mid-Century Wooden Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This wooden pendant lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, crafted in the 1960s, creates a very natural and inviting atmosphere, making any space feel warm and cozy. Meticulously crafted from ...
Wood, Teak
Pair of Beech wood pendant lights by Jan Wickelgren, 1970s, Sweden
By Aneta
Located in Værløse, DK
A pair of pendant lights in bend Beech wood with a Canvas shades designed by Jan Wickelgren in the 1970s for Aneta Sweden. A fine set for a beautiful place. * A pair (2) of pendant...
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Hans-Agne Jakobsson T-547 pendant, Sweden, 1970s
By Ellysett, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Large pine pendant by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced in Sweden by Ellysett, 1970s. Diameter: 60 cm Height of the shade: 40 cm
Pine
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Pine, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and beige fabric string pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.0"H x 17.5"D Stem Length ...
Fabric, Pine
$2,564
H 78.75 in Dm 31.5 in
Adjustable Midcentury Wooden Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wooden pendant lamp with a counterweight by Domus, crafted in the 1960s. The lamp features a beautifully shaped wooden body that reflects classic Scandinavian design, characterized...
Textile, Teak
$931
H 13 in Dm 10.63 in
Rare Midcentury Wooden Pendant in style of Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Praha, CZ
- extremely rare type - very nice style of lighting
Wood
1960s ceiling lamp, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Neuss, NW
Exclusive ceiling lamp from the 1960s by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Ellysett Markaryd. High quality lampshade made of pine wood blades. Quality Features: accomplished design: perfec...
Pine
Swedish Pendant in Pine, 1970s
Located in Karlstad, SE
A sculptural Swedish pendant from the 1970s, crafted in solid pine. The shade is constructed from layered wooden slats arranged in a rhythmic, almost architectural formation, creatin...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine pendant light produced by Andersson, Hakås Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.75"H x 13.25"W x 13.25"D Stem Length (inches): 14.0" Dimensions of Canopy (inch...
Wood, Pine
Mid-Century Pendant Scandinavian Design 60s Wood, H. A. Jakobsson Style
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautifully designed pendant lamp from wood veneer, Scandinavian, possibly Sweden. 1960s Original. The design style is very much the one of Hans-Agne Jakobsson, however, the maker re...
Pine
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions of fixture: 13” H x 13” Diameter Overall Height: 45" Height varies with cord length. Cord Lengt...
Pine
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pine Pendant Lamp for Yamagiwa
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Yamagiwa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pine Pendant Lamp for Yamagiwa First introduced in the 1950's, Jakobsson's collection of pine lamps provides uniquely architectural offerings with an endur...
Pine, Lacquer
$291 / item
H 9.85 in Dm 13.78 in
Mid-Century Wooden Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1970s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
JAKOBSSON LAMP brings out the full potential of ingredients of pine wood and has lighted up Scandinavian living for a long time as a representative of Swedish designer, Hans-Agne Jak...
Wood
L.O. Nilsson, Pendant Light, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions: 24” H x 6.125“ Diameter Dimensions of canopy: 3” H x 3.75” diameter Cord length: 9” Bulb Sp...
Pine
Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Pendant Kitchen Task Lamp Light
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Frill Pendant Light – A An early French glass coolie pendant light. The conical milk glass shade has been hand spun from opaque glass with a clear f...
Brass
$434 / item
H 3.54 in W 4.92 in D 5.51 in
Galupa Art Deco Wall Sconce, Optical Glass & Aluminum, Up/Down Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
GALUPA Art Deco Wall Sconce, a masterpiece of design that effortlessly combines elegance and functionality. This stunning wall sconce is crafted in the timeless Art Deco style, featu...
Aluminum
$652Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Smoked Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Central Brass Plate
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Wall sconces made of a piece of curved and wavy Murano glass with a central brass plate. Two lights per sconce. Price per sconce
Brass
Josef Frank, Wall Lights, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and fabric wall lights designed and produced by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8” H x 4” W x 5.5” D Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 2.9” ...
Brass
Swedish Pine Wood Table Lamp by Markslöjd, Sweden, 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Værløse, DK
Swedish Modern Pine Wood Desk lamp made by Markslöjd in the 1980s. * Table lamp in Pine wood with a white lace-trimmed fabric shade. * Manufacturer: Markslöjd, Sweden * Style: 1532 ...
Wood, Pine
$4,895
H 9.06 in Dm 17.72 in
Rare Mid-Century Modern Cocoon Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light by Goldkant 1960s
By Goldkant Leuchten
Located in München, BY
Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern cocoon pendant lamp or hanging light. Designed & manufactured probably by Goldkant Leuchten, Germany, 1960s. Executed in sprayed...
Metal
$1,709 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
Brass
$2,447 / set
H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 8.86 in
Pair of Modern Solid Brass Sconces in the Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, EL135
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Modern Italian wall lights in the taste of Hans Agne Jakobsson's work. Structure and cup in solid brass and frosted glass disc. Excellent condition (modern creation), quantity on req...
Brass
Huge MCM Style Brass Pendant Uplighter with 4 lights
By Gino Sarfatti, Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
MCM style BRASS pendant Uplighter with 4 lights . Concave and convex disc are hand spun with prime quality brass . Solid sturdy hardware and construction . Diameter 30 in Low...
Brass
$3,978
H 29.53 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Itsu Chandelier Model ER 62/3 in Brass & Fabric, Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunning and very rare Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp by Itsu, one of the leading lighting manufacturers in Finland. The lamp is in its absolute original condition with original ...
Brass
On Hold|$8,800
H 10.75 in W 51.625 in D 24.5 in
Roger Capron, Coffee Table, Wood, Ceramic, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige ceramic tile coffee table designed and produced by Roger Capron, France, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.75"H x 51.625"W x 24.5"D All items ship from Hig...
Ceramic, Wood
Pair of Art deco armchairs
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant pair of rounded armchairs in an art deco style. Nice wood work, especially with veined details at the feet. reupholstery in a green mohair velvet.
Wood
Art Deco Glass, Brass & Fabric Pendant, Sweden 1930s
By Glossner AB, Einar Backstrom
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Elegant Swedish Grace era Pendant, 1930s to 1940s. This 1930s Swedish pendant lamp is a refined example of Art Deco or early modernist design, characterized by a harmonious combinat...
Brass
$3,861 / set
H 11.42 in W 6.11 in D 6.7 in
Attributed to Barovier & Toso Brass and Pulegoso Murano Glass Sconces, Pair
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This stunning pair of Art Deco Murano glass wall sconces is entirely handmade from clear glass. They feature the "pulegoso" technique—characterized by large air bubbles within the hi...
Brass
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
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